How Do You Buy A Memory Foam Mattress?
Looking for some zzzz on a memory foam mattress? Before you walk into a mattress store and waltz into the jaws of an unscrupulous salesperson, get the facts by following the steps in this how-to. • Make sure the memory foam is of high enough density to support your body properly. The best way to know is to check the package for the density of the foam. Cheap foam is normally 2 to 3 lb. density, mid-grade foam is 3 to 4.5 lb. density and good foam is over 4.5 lb. density. Usually, 5.3 lb. to 6.2 lb is considered the ideal density to properly support the human body. The lighter grade foam won’t support you and will quit returning to its original shape after only a few months. • Look for memory foam that is temperature sensitive. The one thing that makes Memory Foam so unique is temperature sensitivity. When you first lay down on a memory foam mattress, your body weight causes the mattress to “melt away” from that pressure until your weight is spread evenly over the surface of the mattres
Purchasing a memory foam mattress can be a wonderful investment for people who have long endured the back pain and restless sleep associated with traditional mattresses. You’ll have a hard time finding a memory foam mattress that’s uncomfortable or doesn’t give you a decent night’s sleep. However, there are still many other things to remember when making the purchase. Pick a mattress that’s soft, yet supportive. Each mattress comes with an IFD (Indention Force Deflection) rating that measures its rigidity. However, it’s important that you to try it out for yourself and decide if it provides enough support for your needs. Check out information provided by manufacturers about how to buy their products. The Tempur-Pedic website offers information for purchasing by phone, online or locating a retailer in your area. Decide whether you would like to purchase an entire memory foam mattress or just a topper for your current mattress. Mattress toppers are less expensive, but may also wear out i
